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Pan American Silver

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Outperform 76 (OpenAI - 5.2)
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Outperform 76 (OpenAI - 5.2)
Rating:76Outperform
Price Target:
C$75.00
▲(13.09% Upside)
Action:ReiteratedDate:02/20/26
The score is driven primarily by improved financial performance (strong 2024–2025 profitability and cash generation supported by a solid balance sheet) and a favorable, upward technical trend. Offsetting factors are a less compelling valuation for a cyclical miner (P/E ~22, low yield) and earnings-call risks including higher 2026 cost guidance and ongoing Escobal uncertainty.
Positive Factors
Sustained cash generation
The material step-up to ~$1.2B FCF in 2025 represents a durable improvement in cash generation capacity versus prior years. Persistent higher FCF enables funding of project capital, exploration, dividends, and debt reduction, improving long-term financial flexibility through the commodity cycle.
Conservative balance sheet
A sizable equity base and relatively low net debt provide structural resilience to price volatility and operational setbacks. Low leverage supports the company's ability to fund capital programs, absorb cyclical downturns, and access liquidity for project execution without forcing asset sales or dilutive financing.
Production growth from low-cost assets
Rising production from a low-cost, high-margin source (Juanicipio) and higher grades at Cerro Moro structurally increase ounces sold and operating leverage. Higher, sustainable volumes from low-cost assets bolster margins and FCF per cycle, improving ability to self-fund projects and return capital over multiple years.
Negative Factors
Escobal suspension risk
Regulatory and social permitting uncertainty at Escobal locks material upside and long-term reserves offline. An indefinite suspension reduces optional production capacity and increases operational concentration elsewhere, limiting the company's ability to scale output and monetize invested capital until resolved.
Higher structural AISC
A sustained increase in AISC driven by royalties and social/profit sharing mechanisms structurally compresses margins per ounce. If these cost components persist, they reduce cash flow sensitivity to higher metal prices and raise the break-even profile, constraining long-term free cash flow at given commodity prices.
Asset-level declines & project uncertainty
Declining output at key mills and a downsized, phased La Colorada plan increase execution and scale risk. Reliance on partner arrangements and uncertain economics for La Colorada could delay or dilute expected production/cash contributions, raising project delivery and medium-term volume risks.

Pan American Silver (PAAS) vs. iShares MSCI Canada ETF (EWC)

Pan American Silver Business Overview & Revenue Model

Company DescriptionPan American Silver Corp., together with its subsidiaries, engages in the exploration, mine development, extraction, processing, refining, and reclamation of silver, gold, zinc, lead, and copper mines in Canada, Mexico, Peru, Argentina, and Bolivia. It holds interests in the La Colorada, Dolores, Huaron, Morococha, Shahuindo, La Arena, Timmins West, Bell Creek, Manantial Espejo, San Vicente, Joaquin, Cap-Oeste Sur Este, and Navidad mines. The company was formerly known as Pan American Minerals Corp. and changed its name to Pan American Silver Corp. in April 1995. Pan American Silver Corp. was incorporated in 1979 and is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.
How the Company Makes MoneyPan American Silver makes money primarily by producing and selling precious metals—mainly silver and gold—from its owned and operated mining and processing assets. Revenue is generated when mined ore is processed into marketable products (such as dore bars and/or metal concentrates) and then sold to customers at prevailing market prices that reference commodity benchmarks, with realized prices also affected by product type, quality, timing, and commercial terms. A meaningful portion of sales and margins can also come from by-product metals (e.g., base metals) recovered during processing, which are sold through similar commodity-linked arrangements and help offset operating costs per ounce of silver or gold produced. The company’s earnings are therefore heavily influenced by: (1) production volumes and grades (how much metal is produced), (2) operating costs and sustaining capital required to run and maintain mines, (3) realized commodity prices and foreign-exchange movements, and (4) operational performance factors such as recovery rates, mine plans, permitting, and geopolitical/regulatory conditions in the jurisdictions where it operates. If the company uses refining, smelting, trading counterparties, streaming/royalty arrangements, or hedging, those can affect the timing and amount of revenue and cash flow; however, specific counterparties/partnership terms are null.

Pan American Silver Earnings Call Summary

Earnings Call Date:Feb 18, 2026
(Q4-2025)
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Next Earnings Date:May 13, 2026
Earnings Call Sentiment Positive
The call emphasizes multiple strong positives: record revenue/earnings, record free cash flow, a large cash build, production outperformance (notably from Juanicipio), and clear catalysts for 2026 (La Colorada PEA, Jacobina optimization, expanded exploration). Offsetting items include an ongoing suspension at Escobal with no restart timeline, higher 2026 AISC guidance driven by price-linked royalties and profit sharing, and some asset-level production declines (Dolores, El Peñón). On balance, the company appears well positioned financially to fund growth and return capital while executing project work and exploration; the positive items materially outweigh the operational and permitting uncertainties.
Q4-2025 Updates
Positive Updates
Record Financial Results
Record net earnings of $452 million in Q4 2025 ($1.07 per basic share) and $980 million for full-year 2025 ($2.56 per basic share). Adjusted earnings of $470 million in Q4 and $959 million for the full year.
Record Free Cash Flow and Strong Cash Position
Record attributable free cash flow of $553 million in Q4 and $1.2 billion for the full year 2025. Cash and short-term investments increased by $408 million from Q3 to $1.3 billion year-end (≈45.7% increase from Q3); $1.4 billion including 44% of Juanicipio cash.
Production Beat and 2026 Production Upside
Attributable silver production of 22.8 million ounces in 2025 exceeded the top end of guidance; attributable gold production of 742,200 ounces was within guidance. Management expects silver production to increase by about 14% in 2026 (guidance 25–27 Moz) driven by the full-year contribution from Juanicipio and higher grades at Cerro Moro.
Low Cost Performance and Juanicipio Contribution
Silver segment AISC (ex-NRV) of $9.51/oz in Q4 and $13.88/oz for 2025 (below decreased guidance). CEO highlighted Juanicipio (44% interest acquired Sept 2025) as a low-cost, better-than-expected contributor; Q4 net income included $61 million from the Juanicipio investment and Pan American received ~ $44 million in dividends.
Capital Allocation and Shareholder Returns
Declared dividend of $0.18 per common share (third consecutive increase). Company emphasizes returning capital to shareholders while funding exploration and project capital.
Project Advancement and Exploration
Invested $94 million in major projects in 2025 (in line with guidance). Planned increased project capital for La Colorada Skarn, Jacobina and Timmins in 2026 and expanded exploration program; updated La Colorada Skarn PEA targeted for Q2 2026 as a catalyst.
Balanced Cost Discipline Despite Price Environment
Gold segment AISC (ex-NRV) of $1,699/oz in Q4 and $1,621/oz for 2025 (within guidance). Management highlights margin expansion driven by higher metal prices while remaining unhedged on gold and silver.
Negative Updates
Escobal — Suspension and Uncertain Timeline
Escobal remains suspended pending an ILO 169 consultation process in Guatemala. Ministry engagement continues but there is no timeline for completion or restart, leaving material upside locked and uncertain.
Higher Cost Guidance for 2026
2026 guidance shows higher all-in sustaining cost ranges: silver AISC guided to $15.75–$18.25/oz (up from $13.88/oz in 2025; an increase of ≈$1.87–$4.37 or ~13.5%–31.5%) and gold AISC guided to $1,700–$1,850/oz (up from $1,621/oz in 2025; an increase of ≈$79–$229 or ~4.9%–14.1%). Management attributes increases to higher assumed metal prices driving greater royalties, worker participation and smelting/refining costs.
Asset-Level Headwinds in 2026
Expected lower contributions from Dolores (residual leaching decline) and El Peñón (exhaustion of low-grade stockpiles and lower ore tonnes processed) which will partially offset gains from Juanicipio and Timmins.
La Colorada Skarn — Revised Plan and Partnership Uncertainty
La Colorada Skarn development approach shifted to a phased plan (Phase 1 ~10,000–15,000 tpd with higher grades vs prior 50,000 tpd bulk plan). While this improves risk-adjusted upside, discussions with potential partners are ongoing and economic/transactional terms remain uncertain ahead of the Q2 2026 PEA update.
Impact of Royalties and Profit Sharing on Costs
Q4 costs were impacted by increased royalties and worker participation payments (including additional royalties at La Colorada for adjacent concession and profit sharing at San Vicente with COMIBOL), pressuring segment margins despite higher metal prices.
Debt Liquidity Consideration
Senior notes maturing in 2027 ($278 million at 4.6% coupon) are not very liquid; management would consider early buybacks if opportunities arise but current bond market liquidity is limited.
Company Guidance
Pan American guided 2026 attributable silver production of 25–27 million ounces (roughly a 14% increase driven by the full‑year contribution from Juanicipio and higher grades at Cerro Moro) with silver‑segment all‑in sustaining costs of $15.75–$18.25/oz, and attributable gold production of 700,000–750,000 ounces with gold‑segment AISC of $1,700–$1,850/oz. Sustaining capital is expected to be similar to 2025 (with additional capital for Juanicipio), project capital will rise to advance La Colorada Skarn, Jacobina and Timmins (including satellite deposits), and exploration capital is being increased; management plans to publish an updated La Colorada Skarn PEA in Q2‑2026 and noted AISC guidance reflects higher royalties, worker participation and smelting/refining costs tied to higher metal‑price assumptions while expecting strong free cash flow potential.

Pan American Silver Financial Statement Overview

Summary
Strong recovery and scale-up: revenue rose materially (2020–2025) with a sharp swing back to strong profitability in 2024–2025 and a major step-up in operating cash flow and free cash flow in 2025. Balance sheet is a key support with sizable equity versus moderate debt, though results have been notably cyclical (losses and weak/negative FCF in 2022–2023) and debt has trended higher versus 2020–2021.
Income Statement
74
Positive
Revenue has scaled materially over the past several years (from ~$1.34B in 2020 to ~$3.68B in 2025), with strong year-over-year gains in 2023–2025. Profitability has also rebounded sharply after losses in 2022–2023, with 2024 returning to positive earnings and 2025 showing very strong net income (~$1.0B). The main weakness is volatility: margins and earnings swung from solid profits (2020–2021) to meaningful losses (2022–2023) before the recent recovery, which is a key risk for consistency.
Balance Sheet
82
Very Positive
The balance sheet looks conservatively positioned overall, supported by a large equity base (equity rising to ~$7.0B in 2025) against moderate debt (~$0.94B in 2025). Leverage has been manageable in the years where it is provided (debt-to-equity ~0.17 in 2023–2024), indicating financial flexibility. The key watch-out is that debt has increased versus 2020–2021 levels, so maintaining the improved profitability/cash generation is important to keep leverage from trending higher through the cycle.
Cash Flow
78
Positive
Cash generation improved significantly: operating cash flow rose from ~$0.45B (2023) to ~$0.72B (2024) and ~$1.40B (2025), while free cash flow expanded to ~$1.08B in 2025 with strong growth. Earlier years show cyclicality and execution risk—2022 had very weak operating cash flow and negative free cash flow, and 2023 free cash flow was modest—so the durability of the recent step-up is the primary uncertainty.
BreakdownDec 2025Dec 2024Dec 2023Dec 2022Dec 2021
Income Statement
Total Revenue3.68B2.82B2.32B1.49B1.63B
Gross Profit1.39B548.50M214.60M48.36M367.94M
EBITDA1.72B1.05B476.80M22.07M554.87M
Net Income995.12M111.50M-103.70M-340.06M97.43M
Balance Sheet
Total Assets9.72B7.20B7.21B3.25B3.52B
Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments1.32B887.30M440.90M142.34M335.27M
Total Debt935.29M803.30M801.60M226.84M45.86M
Total Liabilities2.74B2.49B2.44B1.05B882.58M
Stockholders Equity6.98B4.70B4.76B2.20B2.63B
Cash Flow
Free Cash Flow1.08B400.80M71.20M-242.78M148.63M
Operating Cash Flow1.40B724.10M450.20M31.91M392.11M
Investing Cash Flow-763.13M-32.60M397.90M-255.40M-186.66M
Financing Cash Flow-282.87M-225.20M-551.80M52.97M-85.91M

Pan American Silver Technical Analysis

Technical Analysis Sentiment
Negative
Last Price66.32
Price Trends
50DMA
80.79
Negative
100DMA
70.57
Negative
200DMA
57.60
Positive
Market Momentum
MACD
-2.37
Positive
RSI
29.73
Positive
STOCH
12.58
Positive
Evaluating momentum and price trends is crucial in stock analysis to make informed investment decisions. For TSE:PAAS, the sentiment is Negative. The current price of 66.32 is below the 20-day moving average (MA) of 83.06, below the 50-day MA of 80.79, and above the 200-day MA of 57.60, indicating a neutral trend. The MACD of -2.37 indicates Positive momentum. The RSI at 29.73 is Positive, neither overbought nor oversold. The STOCH value of 12.58 is Positive, not indicating any strong overbought or oversold conditions. Overall, these indicators collectively point to a Negative sentiment for TSE:PAAS.

Pan American Silver Peers Comparison

Overall Rating
UnderperformOutperform
Sector (61)
Financial Indicators
Name
Overall Rating
Market Cap
P/E Ratio
ROE
Dividend Yield
Revenue Growth
EPS Growth
76
Outperform
C$27.98B11.9316.85%0.88%25.04%
73
Outperform
C$3.77B9.9518.47%7.61%915.74%
71
Outperform
C$2.87B-29.08-2.37%0.29%37.50%-60.92%
67
Neutral
$12.83B47.666.49%0.12%88.70%
66
Neutral
$6.18B52.9927.12%
62
Neutral
C$2.57B32.280.71%241.04%-80.07%
61
Neutral
$10.43B7.12-0.05%2.87%2.86%-36.73%
* Basic Materials Sector Average
Performance Comparison
Ticker
Company Name
Price
Change
% Change
TSE:PAAS
Pan American Silver
66.32
29.06
77.99%
TSE:AG
First Majestic Silver
26.01
15.94
158.32%
TSE:FVI
Fortuna Mining Corp
12.35
3.67
42.28%
TSE:SVM
Silvercorp Metals
13.03
7.13
120.77%
TSE:AYA
Aya Gold & Silver
17.95
4.69
35.37%
TSE:DSV
Discovery Silver
7.63
5.59
274.02%

Pan American Silver Corporate Events

Business Operations and StrategyDividendsFinancial Disclosures
Pan American Silver Posts Record 2025 Results and Hikes Dividend
Positive
Feb 18, 2026

Pan American Silver reported record fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results, driven by higher silver and gold prices, strong operating margins, and production that met or beat guidance. The miner posted record revenue, earnings, and operating cash flow, with Q4 operating cash flow alone reaching $554 million, and lifted its quarterly dividend by 29% as part of $221 million returned to shareholders in 2025.

The company generated record free cash flow and kept silver and gold all-in sustaining costs within or below guidance, supported by strong attributable production of both metals. With $1.3 billion in cash and short-term investments and additional cash at its Juanicipio joint venture, Pan American says it is well positioned to fund key growth projects and continue enhancing shareholder returns into 2026 as it forecasts a 14% rise in silver output.

The most recent analyst rating on (TSE:PAAS) stock is a Buy with a C$88.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Pan American Silver stock, see the TSE:PAAS Stock Forecast page.

Business Operations and StrategyFinancial Disclosures
Pan American Silver Beats 2025 Output Targets and Lifts 2026 Guidance on Stronger Margins
Positive
Jan 20, 2026

Pan American Silver reported preliminary 2025 production results showing attributable silver output of 22.8 million ounces, above its updated guidance range, and attributable gold production of 742,200 ounces, within guidance, supported by record fourth-quarter silver volumes. The recently acquired Juanicipio mine outperformed expectations by contributing 2.5 million ounces of silver and a $44 million dividend in 2025, while the company’s estimated year-end cash and short-term investments rose to $1.319 billion, excluding additional cash at Juanicipio, leaving total available liquidity at about $2.069 billion and underscoring a robust balance sheet. For 2026, Pan American guides to higher attributable silver production of 25.0–27.0 million ounces and gold output of 700,000–750,000 ounces, with silver segment all-in sustaining costs projected at $15.75–$18.25 per ounce and gold segment AISC at $1,700–$1,850 per ounce. Planned 2026 capital expenditures of $515 million–$550 million will be split between sustaining and project capital as the company advances internal growth initiatives, including a phased development plan for the La Colorada Skarn and vein mine and optimization work at Jacobina, positioning the miner for expanded operating margins and continued capital returns to shareholders.

The most recent analyst rating on (TSE:PAAS) stock is a Buy with a C$88.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Pan American Silver stock, see the TSE:PAAS Stock Forecast page.

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This AI Analyst Stock Report is automatically generated by our AI systems using advanced algorithms and publicly available financial, technical, and market data. While the information provided aims to be accurate and insightful, it is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Any content created by an AI (Artificial Intelligence) system may contain inaccuracies and/or contain errors. Investing in stocks carries inherent risks, and past performance is not indicative of future results. This report does not account for your personal financial circumstances, objectives, or risk tolerance. Always conduct your own research or consult with a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions. The analysis and recommendations provided are based on historical and current data and may not fully reflect future market conditions or unexpected developments. Neither the creators of this report nor its affiliated entities guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information presented. Use this report at your own discretion and risk.Date of analysis: Feb 20, 2026